Corey Patterson had another big hit against Texas, rookie Jake Arrieta pitched into the seventh and the Baltimore Orioles won 4-1 Sunday to complete a four-game series sweep of the AL West-leading Rangers.

The Houston Texans entered last season with hopes of making the first playoff appearance in franchise history. But when coach Gary Kubiak watched game film of his top three offensive performers, he often found himself staring at quarterback Sage Rosenfels, running back Ron Dayne and wide receiver Kevin Walter.

The Baltimore Orioles' quest to rebuild with young players did not begin with the trade of Miguel Tejada in December. The first step on that path was taken last June, several weeks before Andy MacPhail assumed the role of club president.